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This Weekend - MotoAmerica at Barber Motorsports Park

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?️? Get your tickets and set your DVR now for the Medallia Superbike Showdown at Barber Motorsports Park on September 23 through 25. The defending champion Jake Gagne versus the number-one contender Danilo Petrucci in two races to decide it all. Plus six other race classes will also reach their conclusion. ?

Grand River Drive In 

Good times roll here at the drive-in !!! Here is your new movie lineup this week!

Movie Schedule for Friday 9-23 And Saturday 9-24

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Don't Worry Darling (R) 7:30p / Elvis (Pg-13) 9:50p

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The Woman King (Pg-13) 7:30p / Bullet Train (R) 10:00p

Screen 4:
Dc League of Superpets (Pg) 7:30p / Top Gun: Maverick (Pg-13) 9:35p

Box Office and Snack Shack Will Remain Open Until the Last Movie Begins at 10p.

More Info:  www.GrandRiverDrive-In.com

Thursday, September 22

Art with Karen Carroll | Leeds Jane Culbreth Library

Thursday, September 22 at 4:00 pm.  Leeds Jane Culbreth Library | 205.699.5962

Public Presentation | Leeds Main Street

You're invited to help shape our Downtown District - Public Presentation:  Findings and Recommendations from Main Street Alabama at 5 pm on Tuesday, September 22 at Leeds Arts Council.  More info:  Facebook/leedsmainstreet

Cash Back Live at the Rail | Rails & Ales

Join us on THURSDAY for live music with Cash Back and food with Traffic Jam.

Also, Pop Culture Trivia Challenge brings the fun to Rails and Ales every Thursday at 7 pm. Your team will have fun trying to answer fun questions about tv, music, movies, commercials, cartoons and more! Rock out to your favorite party music while answering fun questions. Prizes to the winning teams.

Events: Rails and Ales.

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Live Music | The Backyard Leeds

Live Music with Pepper Brooks - Thursday, September 22 from 6-9pm

Friday, September 23

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Ribbon Cutting | Drayer Physical Therapy Institute Leeds

The City of Leeds and Leeds Area Chamber of Commerce will host a ribbon cutting at the new Drayer Physical Therapy Institute location in the Leeds Commons Shopping Center at 7480 Parkway Drive at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, September 23.  For more information, please visit www.LeedsAreaChamber.com.

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Live Music | The Backyard Leeds

Live Music with Stephen Wheeler - Friday, September 23 from 6-9pm

Live Music | Van's Bar

Country's coming to town this weekend, y'all! See Brandon Malone & Whiskey Over Ice LIVE at Van's in Leeds, AL on Friday, September 23rd, at 9:00 PM!!

Saturday, September 24

Family Favorite FALL EXPO | The Outlet Shops of Grand River

Join us at the Family Favorite Fall Expo with Birmingham Parent! Saturday, Sept. 24 from 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Family fun! Face painting, balloon art, games and prizes, giveaways and more! Visit local businesses & organizations!

More Info:  ShopsOfGrandRiver.com

Grand River Art Walk | The Outlet Shops of Grand River

Experience amazing art from local artists as you stroll around The Outlet Shops of Grand River on Saturday, September 24, from 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Vote for your favorite artist for the People's Choice Award!

More Info:  ShopsOfGrandRiver.com

The Buicks Live at the Rail | Rails and Ales

Live music with the Buicks 7-11 pm. Food with Hey Bebe 6-9 pm.

Info:  railsandales.beer

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Live Music | The Backyard Leeds

Live Music Saturday, September 24 with Mike Mayhall Trio (1-4pm), DeeDee Duo (5-8pm) & Eric Water (6-9pm)

Live Music | Van's Bar

See Cooter Brown Band LIVE at Van's in Leeds, AL, this Saturday night at 9 PM! Country, $6 cover, 21+ show.

Sunday, September 25

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Happy Sunday

Celebrate Sundays in the church of your choice!

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Car Show Cruise-In | First Baptist Leeds

THIS SUNDAY!
Maria’s Tacos (first 150 individuals in the worship service get a coupon for a free taco!), ice cream truck, and FREE car show!  Join us for worship at 10:45 AM and enjoy the Cruise-In after the service!
Trucks, Classic Cars, Motorcycles.  Free t-shirt for cruise-in participants.  Prize drawings & Maria's Tacos.
Where: Leeds First Baptist Church | 7481 Parkway Drive

Live Music | The Backyard Leeds

Live Music Sunday, September 25 - Ken Randolph Trio (1-4pm)

Monday, September 26

Masterpiece Monday's at Leeds Theatre & Arts Center | 9a-Noon

We are holding open hours every monday to offer the opportunity to view the wonderful works of art hanging on our walls which features a new artist every month!

More Info:  www.LeedsArtsCouncil.org

Frozen Rooster | Food Truck Monday

Our next Food Truck Monday will be Frozen Rooster from 11a-2p on Monday, September 26 at the corner of Parkway Drive & 9th Street.  More Info:  LeedsAreaChamber.com.

Monday Lunchtime Movies | Leeds Jane Culbreth Library

Bring your lunch and enjoy Monday Lunchtime Movies at the Library.  This week's movie will be Citizen Kane!

Leeds Jane Culbreth Library | 205.699.5962

Tuesday, September 27

Blazin Beats Music Bingo | Rails & Ales 

Pop Culture Trivia Challenge is adding to the fun we bring with Blazin' Beats Bingo. This is a fast paced music bingo game where our hosts will play part of songs while you listen and mark them off on your bingo card. This ain't your grandma's bingo! Get ready to hear great music, win prizes and, hopefully, be the first to yell BINGO!!! We bring the fun to Rails and Ales every Tuesday at 7 pm. More Information: Rails & Ales

Weekly Pool Tournaments | Van's Bar

Weekly Pool Tournaments on Tuesday and Wednesdays.  Sign up 7:30 pm.

Wednesday, September 28

Leeds Area Chamber of Commerce Retail Support Meeting

Leeds Area Chamber of Commerce will host its monthly Retail Support Meeting at 8:00 am on Wednesday, September 28 at the chamber meeting room.  This meeting is designed for local retailers and restaurant owners/managers. Please RSVP to 205.965.9392.  More Info:  www.LeedsAreaChamber.com

FREE Business Workshop | Leeds Jane Culbreth Library

FREE Business Workshop -Leeds Library Lunch & Learn - Wednesday, September 28th @11:00AM-12:00PM. Special Guest Speaker - Dona Bonnett of adr Business & Marketing Strategies will teach our September Lunch & Learn. Bring your lunch to the Leeds Jane Culbreth Library Meeting Room at 11:00am - 12pm and hear Dona's Marketing Tips for 2022 to increase traffic to your business.
Registration is appreciated. Visit: LeedsLibrary.com

Free Billiards | The Backyard Leeds

The Backyard introduces its FREE BILLIARDS @ THE BACKYARD every Wednesday from 5-9pm!
Enjoy free games of billiards, food specials, and drink specials!
($10 minimum purchase required)

Open Mic Night | Van's Bar

Join the LIVE and local music scene at VAN'S every Wednesday night for Open Mic Night hosted by Craig and Hutch of Hutch Edwards Project ... Fun times!

Upcoming Events to Put on Your Calendar (and Remember to Register, if Required)

Business Workshop | Managing Your Business Finances

The Leeds Area Chamber of Commerce in partnership with Sabre Finance plans the next FREE business workshop, Managing Small Business Finances, for 8:30 am on Tuesday, October 11 at the City Annex at 1412 9th Street. You do not have to be a Chamber member to attend. There is no charge to attend workshops, but a reservation is requested to plan food and appropriate handouts.  For a list of workshops scheduled and to RSVP online, visit www.LeedsAreaChamber.com.

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Hiring / Job Opportunities

Job Opportunities | The Outlet Shops of Grand River

The shops at The Outlet Shops of Grand River are hiring. Please use this link to find your perfect new job! https://shopsofgrandriver.com/job-opportunities/

Shopping, Deals & More

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Pumpkin spice Latte | Neighbors Brew & Pies

MOVE OVER Pumpkin Spice Latte…Neighbors has arrived with the new OKTOBERFEST brew in hand!

Hustle & Grind Coffee Truck Coming Soon!

Hustle & Grind Coffee Truck is coming soon to downtown Leeds on Monday mornings.  They will be located at the corner of Parkway Drive & 9th Street where our Food Truck Mondays set up.  Stay tune for more information!

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Shop Historic Downtown Leeds

Bargain Bee's - Facebook page
LA Salon, Flowers & Boutique - La Salon Facebook page
Merch Boutique - Facebook page
Mills Pharmacies - Facebook page
Mum & Me Mercantile - mumandmeleeds.com
Overstock Mattress & Beds - Facebook page
Pants Store - pantsstore.com
Patterson Pharmacy - Facebook page
Standard Furniture - StandardFurniture.com
The Wooden Anchor - Facebook page
It's worth the drive to Leeds, Alabama!
Francescas Opening Soon

Francesca's Coming Soon to Grand River

We have exciting news! Francesca’s will be opening a new store before the holidays! They are known for offering carefully curated fashion, accessories, jewelry & lifestyle products that celebrate individuality! @francescas

Info:  ShopsOfGrandRiver

Shop The Outlet Shops of Grand River

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This Week's Recipe

Pepper Chicken Stir Fry (15 Minutes)

Our delicious pepper chicken stir fry is sweet and savory, with incredible umami flavors. Quick, easy, and delicious - You won’t want to miss this chicken stir-fry recipe!

Get recipe @ EatWell101

EVERYONE LEEDS WANTS YOUR VIDEOS!

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Everyone Leeds need your help!  We want your videos!  We want to know why you love leeds and the best way to communicate that is through a short selfie video.  All you have to do is to record your video on your iPhone or Android and send it to us.  Don't worry about messing up!  You can record as many takes as you want until you get it like you want it to be - just 30-60 seconds of you sharing why you love our wonderful City of Leeds.  We know that Everyone Loves Leeds, but we want to know why YOU LOVE LEEDS!  You may email your video to us at everyoneleeds@gmail.com or share it with us on Google Drive.  Your video will be shared on our Everyone Leeds website (www.EveryoneLeeds.com) and our social media.  We look forward to hearing why you love Leeds!  #ILoveLeeds

Don't worry! If you're camera shy, you can still get in the news.  We'll be happy to accept your written blurb!

Let Everyone Leeds Share Your News!

Community is important so that's why we want your news.  Whether you have a heart-warming story about the people of Leeds, a local business, an upcoming event or a bit of history that you would like to share, we're all ears here at Everyone Leeds.  Everyone Leeds is a positive platform to help you get your news out so please send us your news and happenings each week!

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If you are a local business and not a chamber member, maybe it's time! For more information, visit www.LeedsAreaChamber.com.

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